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Security is a multifaceted issue that must be addressed to avoid abuse to your network from hackers and employees.

While you are connected to the Internet your network is open to the public unless it is protected by a firewall. Networks that are permanently connected to the Internet via broadband are particularly vulnerable to malicious attacks from hackers and virus infection. A well configured firewall will block uninvited visitors whilst allowing limited access to authorised users and services.

Within a network sensitive information such as personnel records and accounts data can be protected by configuring permissions that only allow access for those who are authorised. Passwords to logon to the network should be changed on a regular basis and should be sufficiently complex that they cannot be guessed easily.

Serval Systems can advise on all aspects of network security, deploy firewalls such as Cisco, Fortigate and Watchguard and implement a security policy to protect your data and systems

Security is enabling the Internet Economy and must be a fundamental component of any e-business strategy. As enterprise network managers open their networks to more users and applications, they also expose their networks to greater risks.Organisations are at risk and platforms like our PIX firewall, Cisco Secure Intrusion Detection Systems and Virtual Private Network products ensure successful and secure deployment of e-business solutions.

To ensure protection, every network should include security components in five critical areas: Identity, Perimeter Security, Secure Connectivity, Security Monitoring and Security policy management. Our Identity solution is centered around the Cisco Secure Access Control Server. In Perimeter Security we offer a wide range of firewall choices based on the Cisco PIX Firewall or the Cisco IOS Firewall. Secure Connectivity can be established using Virtual Private Networks that can be divided in Site-to-Site VPN's and Remote Access VPN's. Site-to-Site VPN's are ideally built with VPN-optimised routers- the Cisco 800,1700,2600,3600, 7100 and 7200. The Cisco VPN 3000 Concentrator is our remote access VPN solution. In the Security Monitoring element we have the Cisco Secure IDS and the Cisco Secure Scanner, a vulnerability assessment tool. Lastly, Security Policy management can be done using the Cisco Secure Policy Manager.

The PIX Firewall, Cisco Secure IDS and Cisco VPN products have rapidly become the marketleaders in their segment of the security market. The future of the PIX Firewall is very bright. IDC predicts that the market for hardware based firewalls will grow twice as fast as software based firewalls.

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Watchguard Firewalls

Since 1996, WatchGuard® Technologies have provided best-in-class network security solutions for businesses worldwide. Based upon a trusted firewall and VPN foundation, our Firebox® X family of products delivers the industry's best combination of strong security, ease of use, and customer support.

• Stronger Security - With our Intelligent Layered Security, you'll get proactive protection against viruses, worms, spyware, trojans, and blended attacks without relying on signatures.
• Ease of Use - Our intuitive interface simplifies and streamlines network security for the IT expert, while providing indispensable ease of use for novices. With easy set-up, smart defaults, and helpful wizards, you're up and running in minutes, not hours.
• Affordable Solutions, Designed for Your Business - Easy deployment and management lowers training and maintenance costs, and when your security requirements increase, our products are model upgradeable and expandable using simple license keys.
• Experts in Security - When you partner with WatchGuard, you have a world-class team of security experts by your side every step of the way, working to keep you protected against current and future threats

Click here to see Watchguard white papers PDF’s.

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